BRONX, N.Y. – Penn College lost to Neumann University, 56-36, in a nonconference women's basketball game Thursday. The Wildcats fell to 1-9, while the Knights improved to 6-6.

How it happened: Neumann took an early 20-7 lead after the first quarter and led 39-17 at halftime. The Knights outscored Penn College 11-5 in the third, while the Wildcats outpaced Neumann 14-6 in the fourth.

Inside the box: Maddie Adams led Penn College with a career-high nine points.

Lauren Klieber led all scorers with 15 points for Neumann.

Up next: The Wildcats return to the court Jan. 6, 5 p.m., hosting Penn State Harrisburg.